Hotel Heron Old Town Alexandria

4.0 star property
Hotel in Alexandria with bars/lounges and 24-hour fitness centre

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Restaurant
Restaurant
Rooftop terrace
Lobby
Lobby

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Parking available
The current price is AU$237
includes taxes & fees
1 July - 2 July

Explore the area

Map
699 Prince Street, Alexandria, VA, 22314
  • Torpedo Factory Art Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Potomac River Waterfront Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • MGM National Harbor Casino
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

Two Queen Guestroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Frette Italian bed sheets
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe King ADA

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Frette Italian bed sheets
  • 31 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Corner King

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Frette Italian bed sheets
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Heron King

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Frette Italian bed sheets
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

King Guestroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Frette Italian bed sheets
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Two Queen

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Frette Italian bed sheets
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Terrace King

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 31 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Two Queen ADA

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Frette Italian bed sheets
  • 39 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe King

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Frette Italian bed sheets
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Alexandria

At Hotel Heron Old Town Alexandria you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Torpedo Factory Art Center and Potomac River. Highlights at this hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a restaurant and a 24-hour gym. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and multilingual staff. Other amenities include wedding services, a porter/bellboy and luggage storage. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 1:00 PM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Within a 15-minute drive of this 4-property class Old Town Alexandria hotel, attractions include MGM National Harbor Casino and Washington Monument.

What's nearby

  • Alexandria City Hall - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Torpedo Factory Art Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • George Washington Masonic National Memorial - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Potomac River Waterfront Park - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • MGM National Harbor Casino - 5 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • King Street Station - 15 min walk
  • Alexandria Station - 18 min walk
  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Old Town Dolci Gelati Café - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Misha's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Murphy S Grand Ir - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Heron Old Town Alexandria

Hotel in Alexandria with bars/lounges and 24-hour fitness centre
There's a restaurant on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces. A 24-hour fitness centre, multilingual staff, and a porter are also featured at Hotel Heron Old Town Alexandria. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Alexandria hotel is smoke free.

  • 134 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Dining venue
Hotel Heron Old Town Alexandria offers 134 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature Frette Italian sheets and premium bedding. 65-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers, bathrobes, slippers and designer toiletries.

This Alexandria hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 45 per night)

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends; USD 20 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • Free cot

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Outdoor entertainment area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (86 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 65-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 75 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 5 per cent destination fee will be charged.
  • Resort fee: USD 30.13 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Fitness centre access
  • In-room bottled water

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately USD 20 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 45 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 150
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 150.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hotel Heron
Hotel Heron Alexandria
Heron Old Town Alexandria
Hotel Heron Old Town Alexandria Hotel
Hotel Heron Old Town Alexandria Alexandria
Hotel Heron Old Town Alexandria Hotel Alexandria

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Heron Old Town Alexandria?

Hotel Heron Old Town Alexandria offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Heron Old Town Alexandria?

As of 18 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Heron Old Town Alexandria on 1 July 2025 start from AU$181.25, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Hotel Heron Old Town Alexandria?

Yep, Hotel Heron Old Town Alexandria has secured covered valet parking for USD 45 per night.

What makes Hotel Heron Old Town Alexandria a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and a champagne service, as well as Frette Italian sheets in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel Heron Old Town Alexandria.

Does Hotel Heron Old Town Alexandria serve breakfast?

Sure does, cooked-to-order brekkie is offered weekdays from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 1:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Heron Old Town Alexandria?

No, Hotel Heron Old Town Alexandria does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel Heron Old Town Alexandria?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Hotel Heron Old Town Alexandria's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Heron Old Town Alexandria?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Heron Old Town Alexandria?

Cats and dogs are welcome at Hotel Heron Old Town Alexandria, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets, with a maximum weight of up to 34 kg per pet.

Hotel Heron Old Town Alexandria Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 289 out of 358 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 48 out of 358 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 358 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 358 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 358 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff went out of their way to help me with a business need. They were friendly and professional. The building has been renovated and the spaces are nice. The restaurant wasn’t open for some reason and parking is inconvenient, but that’s par for the course of an urban hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Navin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect alternative to DC!

Outstanding location and value! Perfect alternative to staying in DC.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason, Baltimore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Truly nice property with lovely staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haley

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely space to stay in, well designed and well maintained, very soothing atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was immaculate and well-decorated, and the staff was polite!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jiwon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property, friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service great area
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chancelin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

M

Amazing to stay there, parking was easy to get it. Everything was closer.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

George, Merrimack

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I wish I had known the roof wasn’t open. Also, only received one free drink.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andranik, Glendale

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

SHANE

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved it
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth, Yonkers

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed at the Heron Hotel in Old Town Alexandria again for work. The staff is really nice and helpful. This is my second time there, and it's always been good. It's a solid place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa, Guilford

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maggie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The receptionist that greeted us was very friendly & took her time explaining the benefits/what to expect during our stay. The hotel was very clean & beautifully decorated. The lemon drop I received at The Kiln was delicious!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Savannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay at The Heron was absolutely amazing! The architecture and design of the hotel and room was breath taking. The on site restaurant and speakeasy provided spectacular cuisine and cocktail options. Rosie was an absolute gem and made my experience one I will not soon forget. I will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025